AR Drops | Soleus

AR Drops | Triceps

A1) Standing California Press | Chains: 6 reps, 30X0, 10s rest

A2) Standing California Press: 12 reps, 20X0, 120s rest

Conclusion

The protocol utilises the concept of mechanical drop/advantage but is in essence a drop set. You make the movement mechanically easier by removing the accommodating resistance thus changing the strength curve. You also remove extra weight so this is always going to allow you to continue with the movement and perform more repetitions.

To add muscle mass/enhance hypertrophy, one of the key variables is achieving fatigue regardless of percentage of 1RM. Here you can achieve fatigue twice. Once with the accommodating resistance and once without. This will ensure as many motor units are knocked off as possible, leaving your body no choice but to adapt with adding slabs of muscle mass!